Lemont High School To Feature "Annie" May 8-10

LEMONT, IL — Lemont High School's Performing Arts Center will feature Music Theater International’s Annie for nightly performances from May 8 through May 10. In conjunction with the musical, the school’s Art Department will host a spring art show in Gallery 306, the school said in a release.

With music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, and book by Thomas Meehan, all performances of Music Theater International’s "Annie" will begin at 7 p.m., and tickets are on sale now for each performance. All tickets are $15, and all seats in the Performing Arts Center - including the balcony and main level - are reserved seats.

Individuals wishing to purchase tickets in advance must do so online and pay with a credit card. In addition to skipping the ticket lines the night of the show, purchasing tickets in advance allows patrons to choose their own seats and print their tickets at home. Tickets may be purchased at the following link: https://tinyurl.com/Lemont-Annie

Pending availability, tickets may be purchased at the door each evening via credit card or with cash or check. For more ticket information, call 630-243-3815.

Music Theater International’s Annie is based on Harold Gray’s popular comic strip, “Little Orphan Annie," according to a release from the District. Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the beloved show features the memorable songs “Tomorrow,” “Maybe,” and “It’s a Hard Knock Life,” among others.

According to LHS, Music Theater International’s "Annie" will be produced by Dave Nommensen, directed by Tammy Heerde, and choreographed by Jeni Donahue. Ben Clemons will head orchestral direction, while Andreece Nikudinovski leads vocal direction and Michael Oldham serves as the rehearsal accompanist. Designers for the production will include Thomas Kieffer (costumes), Robert Kuper (make-up), Max Thalhammer (sound) and Daniel Salazar (lighting). Jeana Parry will serve as Box Office and Front of House manager.

"Annie" is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are supplied by MTI.

Gallery 306 debuted in Fall 2017 and typically hosts multiple shows each year. The spring art show will be open from 5:45-6:45 p.m. nightly from May 8-10, spotlighting a variety of work from Lemont High School students.